1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 40 L |
